That move prompted backlash in Israel and beyond, including calls to boycott Rooney’s work, with Israeli bookstore chains reportedly removing some of her books from shelves.
Betsy Berns Korn will serve a second one-year term beginning June 1, while Hillel International Board of Governors Chair Matthew Bronfman was approved as chair-elect.
There is a deep connection between America and Israel; it is meaningful it is to have an ally that supports both Israel’s right to exist and thrive as a Jewish homeland
Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner, “We have a responsibility to confront antisemitism, defend democratic values, and ensure every resident feels safe in our communities.”
J Street recently changed its position on American security assistance to Israel and called for phasing out direct US military aid, including funding connected to systems such as Iron Dome.
“We seem, Sara, to have passed a Rubicon now with these antisemitic threats,” Moskowitz said. “Now it’s every day, all the time.”
“And it is a reminder, as hatred of Jews makes itself manifest again, that antisemitism is utterly un-American.” said Rabbi Meir Soloveichik.
The man, in his 20s, had to go to a hospital for injuries to his face and back.
Jewish communities worldwide mark Liberation and Rescue Day under the theme “From generation to generation in the face of antisemitism,” with Holocaust survivors, leaders, and diplomats attending.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani appointed Rabbi Miriam Grossman, linked to Jewish Voice for Peace, to a city faith liaison role, raising concerns over anti-Israel affiliations.
The resolution, reintroduced into the House in time for Nakba Day, called for an official commemoration of the Nakba and for US legislators to denounce an "ongoing Nakba."
